751 Joon

"751 Joon"
acrylic - 8x10 in

http://www.dailypaintworks.com/fineart/diane-campion/751-joon/435551

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648 Pepper

It's been awhile since I've painted a pet portrait.  Pepper is my friend's father's dog, and he is the only dog I've ever met that actually poses for the camera.  I took only three pictures of him, all decent, because he sat and looked right where I wanted him to.  Most of the time I have to chase the dog around hoping to get a nice shot. 

"648 Pepper"
acrylic - 6x6 in

http://www.dailypaintworks.com/fineart/diane-campion/648-pepper/395351

532 Chester

Felt good to paint today after several days off.  This is Chester, a neighborhood friend's dog, a "teddy bear" mix of shitzu, toy poodle and bichon, we think.  Chester and our pooch, Oliver are good buddies. 

520 Saki

This is Saki, a lucky little pooch.  Her "grandmother" commissioned this painting of puppy Saki for her son and his family.  It will be given to them tomorrow, Saturday and I hope they will like it.
Merry Christmas!

http://www.dailypaintworks.com/…/diane-camp…/520-saki/298413

440 Bela

Bela and Gracie (yesterday's subject) both left for the giant dog park in heaven within days of each other.  Bela was a loyal companion to my friend and her family for many years.  Her presence is missed greatly.

Tomorrow (Wednesday) I am painting in my first plein air competition.  I would rather not think of it as a competition because it is too stressful.  I just want to enjoy the day in a lovely setting and paint the best painting I can.  

439 Gracie

Three of my friends lost their dogs within a short time.  This is Gracie, a springer spaniel.  I know firsthand how heartbreaking it is to lose a four legged friend.